Skip to product information
1 of 1

Fear : An Alternative History of the World

Fear : An Alternative History of the World

Regular price £15.98
Regular price Sale price £15.98
Sale Sold out
In this groundbreaking exploration of how fear has shaped human history, Robert Peckham delves into the darker corners of our collective past. From the devastating Black Death to the terror of the French Revolution, and from the AIDS pandemic to climate change, Peckham reveals how fear has been both a tool of power and a catalyst for social change. Through a sweeping narrative that spans centuries, Peckham examines the impact of fear on individuals and societies, exposing the complex and often unpredictable nature of this primal emotion. By understanding the role of fear in shaping our world, we may just find the courage to face the challenges of the future. This thought-provoking book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricate dance between human psychology and historical events.
View full details
Description
In this groundbreaking exploration of how fear has shaped human history, Robert Peckham delves into the darker corners of our collective past. From the devastating Black Death to the terror of the French Revolution, and from the AIDS pandemic to climate change, Peckham reveals how fear has been both a tool of power and a catalyst for social change. Through a sweeping narrative that spans centuries, Peckham examines the impact of fear on individuals and societies, exposing the complex and often unpredictable nature of this primal emotion. By understanding the role of fear in shaping our world, we may just find the courage to face the challenges of the future. This thought-provoking book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricate dance between human psychology and historical events.
Track Listing

The Auteurs – New Wave

Showgirl

Bailed Out

American Guitars

Junk Shop Clothes

Don’t Trust The Stars

Starstruck

How Could I Be Wrong

Housebreaker

Valet Parking

Idiot Brother

Early Years

Home Again

B-Sides

Subculture (They Can’t Find Him)

She Might Take A Train

Glad To Be Gone

Staying Power

Wedding Day

High Diving Horses

Bonus Tracks

Housebeaker (Rough Trade Singles Club)

Valet Parking (Rough Trade Singles Club)

Starstruck (Acoustic)

Junk Shop Clothes (Acoustic)

Housebreaker (Acoustic)

Home Again (Acoustic)

The Auteurs – Now I’M A Cowboy

Lenny Valentino

Brainchild

I´m A Rich Man´s Toy

New French Girlfriend

The Upper Classes

Chinese Bakery

A Sister Like You

Underground Movies

Life Classes / Life Model

Modern History

Daughter Of A Child

B-Sides

Lenny Valentino (Single Version)

Vacant Lot

Car Crazy

Disney World

Lenny Valentino (Original Mix)

Underground Movies (Alternative Mix)

Brainchild (Original Version)

Bonus Tracks

Government Bookstore

Everything You Say Will Destroy You

Chinese Bakery (Acoustic)

Modern History (Acoustic)

The Auteurs – After Murder Park

Light Aircraft On Fire

Child Brides

Land Lovers

New Brat In Town

Everything You Say Will Destroy You

Unsolved Child Murder

Married To A Lazy Lover

Buddha

Tombstone

Fear Of Flying

Dead Sea Navigators

After Murder Park

Bonus Material B-sides And Rarities

Back With The Killer Again (A Side)

Kenneth Anger´s Bad Dream

Former Fan

Light Aircraft On Fire (Single Version)

Car Crash

Buddha (4 Track Band Demo)

X-Boogie Man

Everything You Say (Early Steve Albini Recording)

Tombstone (Alternate Recording)

Unsolved Child Murder (Early Version)

Baader Meinhof – Baader Meinhof

Baader Meinhof

Meet Me At The Airport

There’s Gonna Be An Accident

Mogadishu

Theme From “Burn Warehouse Burn”

GSG – 29

…It’s A Moral Issue

Back On The Farm

Kill Ramirez

Bonus Tracks

Baader Meinhof (Alternative Version)

I’ve Been A Fool For You

Baader Meinhof (Confrontation Remix)

There’s Gonna Be An Accident (Fuse Remix)

There’s Gonna Be An Accident (Muziq Remix)

Mogadishu (Dalai Lama Remix)

The Auteurs – How I Learned To Love The Bootboys

The Rubettes

1967

How I Learned To Love The Bootboys

Your Gang, Our Gang

Some Changes

School

Johnny And The Hurricanes

The South Will Rise Again

Asti Spumante

Sick Of Hari Krisna

Lights Out

Future Generation

Bonus Material B-sides And Rarities

Get Wrecked At Home

Breaking Up

Politic

ESP Kids

Johnny And The Hurricanes (Alternate Recording)

Future Generation (Alternate Recording)

School (Alternate Recording)

Essex Bootboys

The Rubettes (Acoustic Version)

1967 (Acoustic Version)

Some Changes (Acoustic Version)

Lights Out (Acoustic Version)

Luke Haines And The Auteurs – Das Capital

Das Capital Overture

How Could I Be Wrong

Showgirl

Baader Meinhof

Lenny Valentino

Starstruck

Satan Wants Me

Unsolved Child Murder

Junk Shop Clothes

The Mitford Sisters

Bugger Bognor

Future Generation

Bonus Tracks

Bailed Out (4 Track Demo)

American Guitars (4 Track Demo)

Showgirl (4 Track Demo)

Glad To Be Gone (4 Track Demo)

Starstruck (4 Track Demo)

Early Years (4 Track Demo)

Details
  • Product Type: BOOK
  • Barcode: 9781788167253
Delivery and Returns
Dispatch Information: Dispatch times vary by item and items are only dispatched on UK working days – not weekends or UK Bank Holidays. Items marked "Dispatched Same Day" will be dispatched on the day of purchase if bought before 2pm GMT. "Dispatched Same Day" items bought after 2pm GMT or on a non-working day will be dispatched on the next working day. We aim to dispatch all other items within 3-5 working days.

Delivery Information: We aim to deliver your order as quickly and efficiently as possible. All UK orders are dispatched using Royal Mail 48 Tracked service and the standard delivery times are 2-3 business days. Please note that delivery times for overseas orders will vary depending on your location and the shipping option you choose during checkout.

Shipping Costs: We offer free delivery on all UK orders and free worldwide delivery on orders over £15.

Tracking Your Order: All UK orders are tracked. Once your order is dispatched, you will receive a tracking number via email. You can use this tracking number to monitor the progress of your delivery on the Royal Mail Track and Trace website.

Returns and Exchanges: We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If for any reason you are not happy with your order, you may return it within 28 days of the item being dispatched for a refund or exchange. Please note the following guidelines:
- Items must be returned in their original condition and packaging – items that have been opened or had shrink wrap removed are not eligible for return or refund.
- Make sure to include your order number in the returned package.

How to Initiate a Return: To initiate a return or exchange, please contact our customer service team. The team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have about the process.

Refund Processing: Refunds will be processed as soon as we receive your item back into our warehouse. Replacements are subject to availability and if a replacement is not available, a refund will be issued.

If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team or check out our FAQ’s. We're here to help ensure your shopping experience is enjoyable and hassle-free. Thank you for choosing Chalkys!